Md Shamim Hossain
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Great Mosque of Rome –
The Great Mosque of Rome, located in the Parioli district, is the largest mosque in Italy and one of the biggest in Europe. It covers about 30,000 square meters and can hold around 12,000 worshippers, with up to 40,000 during Eid.
Opened in 1995, the mosque was designed by architects Paolo Portoghesi, Vittorio Gigliotti, and Sami Mousawi. Its architecture blends Islamic traditions with Italian style, featuring a large central dome surrounded by 16 smaller domes, a 43-meter minaret, and tree-like columns that create a peaceful “forest” effect inside.
The mosque also serves as the Islamic Cultural Centre of Italy, hosting prayers, marriages, conversions, classes, and cultural events. Visitors can take guided tours, follow modest dress rules, and must remove shoes before entering the prayer hall.
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